Dolores Vicioso – Page 18

With forecast of the “polar” temperatures to continue on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Dominican Republic is experiencing its coldest February in years. The cold weather is affecting cities, mountains and even low lying beach areas. The defining characteristic of this week’s weather is the arrival of a polar air mass. Forecaster Jean Suriel noted that …

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According to the Central Bank of the Dominican Republic (BCRD), Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) reached a record-breaking US$5.032 billion by the close of 2025. This represents a significant 14.7% increase compared to 2024, continuing a steady upward trend for the country’s economy. The surge was primarily driven by the tourism sector, which accounted for approximately …

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The Civil Aviation Board (JAC) of the Dominican Republic has officially authorized the resumption of regular commercial flights between the Dominican Republic and Venezuela, ending a suspension that had been in place since July 2024. According to Resolution 24-26, issued during an extraordinary session on 2 February 2026, the JAC approved the reactivation of air …

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The Dominican Republic’s quest for a second World Baseball Classic title received a significant boost this week as the Dominican Baseball Federation (FEDOM) officially confirmed that superstar outfielder Juan Soto and infielder Manny Machado will represent the nation in the 2026 tournament. Soto, a native of Santo Domingo and one of the most disciplined hitters …

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Behind a masterful performance on the mound by Enny Romero and a productive afternoon from infielder Cristhian Adames, the Leones del Escogido defeated Puerto Rico’s Cangrejeros de Santurce 5-3 on Monday, 2 February in the Caribbean Series taking place in Jalisco, Mexico. The victory marks the second straight win for the Team DR that is …

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